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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1938
Page
6
A fragmentary cull of notices references church activities meetings and printed banking cards with unclear specifics. Spiritual verses from I Corinthians and Philippians are quoted, intermingling with administrative scraps and contact prompts.
The piece argues the primary system often fails in practice, enabling corrupt practices and poor choices. It suggests abandoning the primary in favor of modified conventions with mass voter meetings to nominate candidates, claiming this would restore competence and safeguards to the process. It contrasts the theory of democracy with the messy reality.
The piece argues that John L. Lewis and others feel undercut by political gifts and taxation tied to the lend-lease era. It notes expectations unmet from contributions to the Democratic fund and the broader public sacrifices amid economic policy.
A House vote of 18 to 3 approving a Beckley federal court creation occurred while 414 of 435 members were absent. Speaker Bankhead was not presiding and a unnamed member filled the chair. The piece notes heavy absence and accuses broader political maneuvering behind the vote.
The piece attacks President Roosevelt and advisers for five lost years of spending and failed policy. It cites rising unemployment from eleven million to thirteen million, near-bankrupt railroads, and weak business outlook while urging confession and change. It references the 1932 Chicago speech and the League of Nations economic survey.
The piece argues China can sustain large wars thanks to its enormous population. It notes 450 million Chinese, 180 million youths aged 1–19, and projected nine million men reaching fighting age each year, making Japan wary of a ten-year struggle. It also warns against drunk driving and notes lazy jobseekers seeking easy chairs.
A reflective poem recalls a single perfect day in the yearly cycle. It contrasts blooming spathes and the onset of autumn, framing midsummer as a fleeting crown of spring’s effort. The speaker notes people overlook present joys while seeking future meaning, urging a backward gaze at the midsummer day.
Forty years ago today in Bluefield George W. Jarrell and Miss Lula Barker wed. Pocahontas division brakeman Cc. K. Vawter suffered serious injuries after being thrown from a train at Eckman. J. F. Ward and Miss Kate Jones of Radford also married.
Miss Jennie Cohen of Bluefield and Max Green berg of Richlands were married. Mr and Mrs L G Toney of Northfork visited Graham on returning from their honeymoon. Farmers in Clinch Valley faced losses from a severe windstorm that swept the area.
Twenty years ago Bluefield adopted a two to one vote granting the city council power to raise levies to fund municipal services. W. A. Bowles left for Charleston after accepting a post with the West Virginia Engineering Co. J. B. Daugherty of Bluefield was wounded in France.
Ten years ago today Tazewell County residents rejected a request to raise the local school levy. Also reported was the death of 72 year old Giles county farmer Harvey Blankenship at his Narrows home. The No 2 mine of the United States Coal and Coke TT received the Sentinels of Safety award.
A Washington Daybook item notes two hour beat for reporting WPA and PWA grants to home states and cites a reporter’s complaint about delays. A 15 year old questions why government funds senators while nearby slums persist. Capitol hushed. lawmakers largely absent ahead of reelections.
Tour guides shout through crowds as visitors view a large 1812 battle painting. The scene depicts Commodore Perry in a rowboat, rescued from a sinking flagship to celebrate victory over Britain. The 18 panel, completed in 1818, cost about 1800 dollars amid marble figures above the entrance.
A girl on a city bus asks why someone is reading on government time. The remark suggests a debate over use of public resources for personal reading while commuting.
In New York Alexander Haas, a Budapest born bandleader, runs about a dozen "behind-the-palms" string ensembles that perform at private dinners for the moneyed set. He believes swing is a passing fad and continues to cultivate waltz time with traditional Budapest uniforms and breezy repertoires.
The column outlines favorable and risky times for birthdays on June 28 with cautions about overexertion and deceit. It notes mood affecting impressions, advises cheerful expressions, and warns against gloomy topics. It praises potential careers in teaching, sales, law, medicine, journalism, and the arts. Notable birthdays include James Robertson and John Boyle O’Reilly.
The World's Fair contract for ham burgers and hot dogs went to a major national chain after a tense conference. Designers from Moscow and U S studios craft a modernistic hot dog and hamburger, aiming for standout appeal and distinctive style at the exposition.
A party at Mr and Mrs W M Patterson home honored their daughter Miss Virginia Patterson hosted by Miss Gerdineee and Florance Patterson Thursday night. Attending were Misses Trixie Howard Othulla Mars Ruth West Elenor Mid diter Hazel Glassco Fannie Shinult Viola Simmon Margaret Doods Annie White Bertha Alexander Virginia Patterson Emily Patterson and Messrs Midditon Sam Mars Clyde Kition Warren Dickerson Oscar Lewis Kenyser West Frank Dickerson Cecil Morrison Elema Morrison Clarence Mitchal Junior Patterson.
The Reading circle at Lawson street school hosted a semi formal reception at Mrs. Mattie Trigg Lawson’s home with Mr. and Mrs. Trigg as hostesses. J. B. Saundle presented the history of the P T A and Reading circle. L A Toney spoke on Practical Aids for Study Groups. Mamie Seyles Annette Whitehead Donelly Pittard performed musical selections.
A wallpaper titled To bacco Road depicts a sharecropper scene with Jeeter Lester and his kin set before a southern sky. The piece sits as stylish decor for a Park Avenue boudoir. Columnist Mrs Themaine Hunt, 78, lives near Fifth Avenue hotel and rejects autos in favor of old style transport when weather allows. She stored her Packard in June and traveled by open hansom cab from the Plaza Fountain, later touring ten miles to a Sheepshead Bay shore dinner.
The Missionary society of Scott Street Baptist Church will meet Wednesday at 5 p.m. All members are asked to attend.
Elder J. S. Dupree will preach at the North Side United Holy Church tonight at 8 oclock. The Pastor Aid club conducts the service, part of a weeklong pastors anniversary celebration.
The Blue Ribbon Whist club number one will meet Wednesday at 8:45 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cleveland Williams 204 Peck street. All members are asked to be present.
A special meeting is set for today at 6 p m at the club on Bland street. Members are asked to attend.
Poetic note by Hilda Z. Ascheim reflects on shifting norms from linear reading lessons to modern hotel life and the contrast of dining choices with lines about structure and order.
Mount Zion Baptist church hosts Daily Vacation Bible School opening Monday with large enrollment. Supervisor Mrs. W. O. Moore invites all city children from other churches to attend.
The Roy Scott Post and Auxiliary Unit 39 will meet tonight at 8 o'clock at the Y on Scott Street. The boys that attended the Boys.
The piece reports a covert government labor business finance cooperative effort forming in Washington New York and Hyde Park. It notes figures like Uncle Joe Kennedy Adolph Berle John Lewis Stettinius and Tommy Corcoran at talks on bank exams wage readjustments and price policies while stressing a dual political economic role for the administration. It also cites stock market mood, upcoming elections, and a rising Yangtze flood height in China.
State Institute will be guests with delegates elected to attend the district convention to be held July 4 at Beckley. All ex service men are invited.
The social club convenes today at 4 p m at the home of Mrs. Earnest Tynes on Jones street. Members are urged to attend and visitors are welcome.
The Junior choir of Scott Street Baptist Church will meet tonight at seven o'clock at the church for rehearsal. Members are asked to attend.
Jones Street Christian Church hosts the R. F. T. Club Thursday at 8 p m for a program titled The Old Fashioned School Closing. The city’s best talent performs and the public is invited.
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